📖 Instructions

1. Gather your ingredients: Before you begin, make sure you have all your ingredients prepped and measured. This will make the process go much smoother.
2. Combine the dry ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground nutmeg. Whisk these ingredients together until they are fully combined and there are no clumps. This ensures that the spices are evenly distributed throughout the scrub.
3. Add the oil: Pour the almond oil (or other carrier oil) into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir well to combine. The mixture should start to clump together and feel like wet sand. If the mixture seems too dry, add a little more oil, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
4. Incorporate the molasses: Drizzle the molasses over the sugar and oil mixture. Stir until everything is well combined. The molasses will give the scrub a deeper color and a richer gingerbread scent. Be sure to mix thoroughly to avoid streaks of molasses.
5. Add vanilla extract: Add the vanilla extract to the mixture. Stir until it is evenly distributed. The vanilla extract enhances the overall aroma and adds a touch of sweetness.
6. Optional: Add ginger essential oil: If you want to intensify the gingerbread scent, add 5-10 drops of ginger essential oil. Stir well to incorporate the oil into the scrub. Be cautious with essential oils, and always do a patch test to ensure you don't have any adverse reactions.
7. Transfer to a jar: Spoon the Gingerbread Sugar Scrub into an airtight container, such as a glass jar or a plastic container. Pack it down lightly to prevent air pockets. I like to use a mason jar, it’s perfect for gifting!
8. Decorate (optional): If you’re giving the scrub as a gift, consider decorating the jar with a ribbon, a tag, or a small sprig of dried herbs. This adds a personal touch and makes the gift even more special.
9. Store the scrub: Store the Gingerbread Sugar Scrub in a cool, dry place. It will keep for several months, as long as it's stored properly and away from moisture. I've had mine last up to 6 months, but it never lasts that long because I use it so much!
10. To use: In the shower or bath, take a small amount of the scrub and gently massage it onto wet skin in a circular motion. Focus on dry areas like elbows, knees, and heels. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Your skin will feel incredibly soft and smooth!
11. Clean up: Make sure to rinse your shower floor after using the scrub, as the oil can make it slippery. I may or may not have learned this the hard way... twice.
12. Enjoy!: Now go and enjoy your soft, smooth, and gingerbread-scented skin! You deserve it!